Savoury Meat Pie with Puff Pastry and Tomato Sauce Glaze
Classic Australian meat pie featuring a rich ground beef filling encased in flaky puff pastry, finished with a shiny tomato sauce glaze for an iconic comfort meal. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 50 minutes layers ground beef, medium, finely chopped yellow onion, finely chopped mushrooms into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup finely chopped mushrooms
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 3 tbsp tomato sauce (ketchup)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 sheets (thawed if frozen) puff pastry sheets
- 1 large, beaten egg
- 2 tbsp (for brushing) tomato sauce glaze
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 1 lb ground beef with 1 medium finely chopped yellow onion and 1 cup finely chopped mushrooms, stirring and breaking up meat until browned, about 6-7 minutes.
- Step 2: Sprinkle 2 tbsp all-purpose flour over the beef mixture and stir for 1 minute to cook the flour. Slowly add 1/2 cup beef broth, stirring until thickened.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp tomato sauce, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until thick and flavorful, then remove from heat.
- Step 4: Roll out 2 puff pastry sheets and cut into 4 equal rectangles each. Spoon the beef filling onto 4 pastry rectangles, leaving 1/2-inch border. Cover with remaining 4 pastry rectangles and press edges to seal.
- Step 5: Brush the tops with 1 beaten egg, then brush 2 tbsp tomato sauce glaze evenly on top for shine. Cut a small slit in the top of each pie.
- Step 6: Bake pies on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Savoury Meat Pie with Puff Pastry and Tomato Sauce Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Savoury Meat Pie with Puff Pastry and Tomato Sauce Glaze?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Savoury Meat Pie with Puff Pastry and Tomato Sauce Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Savoury Meat Pie with Puff Pastry and Tomato Sauce Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Savoury Meat Pie with Puff Pastry and Tomato Sauce Glaze?
Australian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
